Site Inspector

Site Inspector For Disaster Recovery

Tetra Tech is adding experienced Site Inspectors to our Disaster Recovery team to support current and future disaster recovery operations across the United States.

This is an on-call, as-needed position supporting disaster recovery programs following hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes, and other federally declared disasters. Assignments may be performed in the field, remotely, or through a hybrid arrangement depending on client and project requirements.

As a Site Inspector, you will support disaster recovery efforts by documenting disaster-related damages to public infrastructure and facilities. Your inspections and documentation will help support funding determinations, project formulation, damage assessments, and recovery planning efforts.

You will work with applicants, facility representatives, engineers, architects, project managers, and recovery specialists to accurately capture damage information, document site conditions, and support the development of recovery projects. Recovery Cadre employees are engaged on an as-needed basis and may be offered assignments based on qualifications, availability, project requirements, contract awards, client needs, and disaster activity.

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

Site Inspections and Damage Assessments

• Conduct field and desktop-based inspections of facilities and infrastructure impacted by disasters.

• Evaluate and document disaster-related damages to public buildings, roads, bridges, utilities, parks, drainage systems, and other facilities.

• Capture photographs, measurements, observations, and site conditions necessary to support recovery funding programs.

• Document building and site-specific attributes using data collection applications and technology platforms.

• Verify reported damages and support validation of project information.

• Conduct virtual inspections using photographs, videos, engineering reports, GIS tools, and other available documentation when field deployment is not required.

Data Collection and Documentation

• Collect, organize, and upload inspection data using cloud-based and mobile data collection platforms.

• Maintain accurate inspection records and supporting documentation.

• Develop clear and comprehensive site inspection reports.

• Review inspection reports for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.

• Maintain project documentation in accordance with client, program, and quality control requirements.

• Track assigned inspections and report completion status through designated management systems.

Applicant and Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate site visits with facility representatives, local government staff, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders.

• Communicate inspection requirements and scheduling needs.

• Explain inspection processes and documentation requirements to applicants.

• Maintain professionalism and customer service throughout project delivery.

• Facilitate resolution of issues encountered during inspections and data collection activities.

Recovery Program Support

• Support FEMA Public Assistance and other disaster recovery programs through inspection and documentation activities.

• Assist project teams in understanding facility conditions and documented damages.

• Collaborate with engineers, cost estimators, architects, environmental specialists, and grant management professionals.

• Provide information necessary to support project formulation, eligibility reviews, and recovery planning activities.

• Maintain awareness of disaster recovery program requirements and inspection protocols.

Safety and Professional Standards

• Conduct all activities in accordance with Tetra Tech quality standards and safety requirements.

• Comply with client, program, and regulatory requirements.

• Work safely in varied environments, including construction sites, damaged facilities, and disaster-affected areas.

• Participate in training and continuous professional development opportunities.

• Maintain awareness of construction practices, building…